Wedding Planning Podcast
This podcast offers a fresh approach to wedding planning, encouraging couples to resist the pressures of the massive wedding industry and instead focus on their personal values and priorities. It provides advice on maintaining a positive mindset during the engagement and designing a celebration that truly reflects the couple. The show aims to help listeners enjoy the process and create a meaningful, joyful wedding experience.
Episodes
Your Wedding Flower Questions & Frequent Flower Mistakes
This week, I have an inbox full of your wedding flower questions to share! I also put together a list of the top wedding flower mistakes that I see couples make, to further help guide you to "DIY wedding flower SUCCESS". Today we're reviewing: How much should 5 relatively simple bouquets cost? I'm being quoted over $1200, which feels so ridiculous. Visiting a flower farm to pick stems w/ my bri
Simple & Affordable Wedding Flower Options
Wedding flowers are high on the list of things that couples rate "not very" to "not at all" important to them. So why spend thousands of dollars on elaborate, professional floral centerpieces and bouquets? There are so many simple, beautiful & affordable alternatives - Today I have an 5-part formula for you to follow so that you can have beautiful, top quality flowers ... for an affordable price
Real Wedding Recap from Rochester, MI + Wedding Q&A
Get ready for a fun show today! Here's a road map of where we're going: I have a recap of my brother-in-law's 3/30/25 wedding in Rochester, MI. I'll share what was amazing, a detailed rundown of the venue / flow of events, how they took advantage of cost-saving opportunities, their solution to kids at the wedding, and lots more valueble takeaways! I also have an inbox full of your questions on e
Solving the Wedding Reception Seating Chart Puzzle
Creating your wedding reception seating chart can QUICKLY become one of wedding planning's biggest pains. Between crazy family members, divorces, step-parents, hook-up's gone wrong, introverts, extroverts and lots of alcohol - your seating chart can quickly begin to feel like a jigsaw puzzle from hell. This week on the Wedding Planning Podcast, we're going to review some easy tips & tactics for d
Post-Wedding Checklist: 15+ Things To Do After Your Wedding
When you're in the thick of wedding planning, it can feel like this phase of life will go on forever. But believe it or not, at some point you WILL actually be married, and wedding planning will come to an end (insert cheering emoji / crying emoji here - take your pick!). I see a pretty split reaction to this, with half of us feeling thank universe, the wedding can't come soon enough ... having al
Creating the Ultimate Wedding Website
Creating a simple, info-packed WEDDING WEBSITE is the easiest, most hassle free way to easily share information with your wedding guests. Join me today for a detailed wedding planning workshop on exactly how to create an amazing wedding website - zero technical skills required! To get started, choose your wedding website design from an incredible community of independent artists & designers when
Ultimate Guide to Save the Dates & Wedding Invitations
Affordable & beautiful Save the Date announcements and wedding invitations - how hard can that be?? Well, if you've spent 3 hours on a Saturday getting lost down the rabbit hole of 9 different wedding invitation websites, then you know that finding a practical solution that fits your style and your budget is much easier said than done. Today I'm sharing a complete guide to wedding stationery, fr
Choosing Your Wedding Color Palette
Great news - you don't need to be a professional designer or natural-born artist to select a beautiful & cohesive color palette for your wedding celebration. Today on the Wedding Planning Podcast, we're running through 5 easy steps for choosing the colors to incorporate into your rehearsal, ceremony & reception. I also have a bonus rundown of the top Wedding Color Palette MISTAKES that I see co
Your Complete Guide to Wedding & Jewelry Insurance with BriteCo
You deserve wedding insurance that's fast and affordable, and protecting your investment in your wedding celebration literally couldn't be easier than a quick online visit to Brite.co/wedpod. Today we're joined by a very special guest, Dustin Lemick. Dustin is the CEO and founder of BriteCo. BriteCo is a modern insurance company built for the digital age, and their goal is to simplify the proce
Rehearsal Dinner Planning Tips
You've done months (maybe even YEARS) of wedding planning & preparation, and the big day is finally almost here! Last stop? Rehearsal dinner. This week we're reviewing everything you need to know for planning & hosting this extra special night with your family & friends. We cover everything from the ceremony rehearsal itself to practical tips for hosting your loved ones afterwards. DETAILED BLOG
Cost Cutting Chaos: When Trying to Save Money Backfires
Today we're going to chat about a handful of ways when trying to "save" money on your wedding can totally BACKFIRE. Aside of college educations, new homes and new cars, your wedding likely has one of the biggest price tags you've ever paid. You're spending tens of thousands of dollars - of course you're trying to save money when possible! You're not out there researching the most expensive venue
Bachelorette Party Planning Tips + Sample Itineraries
Your bachelorette party is a really fun engagement milestone AND it'll be a breeze to plan with these easy planning guidelines + sample itineraries! Today's show also includes lots of your questions on party etiquette, gift giving, who plans what, and even a "tale of two parties" ... two very different bachelorette formats, each with their own pro's, and each guaranteed to result in an unforgetta
How to Plan a Wedding Ceremony That's Personal, Meaningful & Unforgettable
Your WEDDING CEREMONY is undoubtedly the most important part of your wedding day celebration - it's literally the WHY of every single thing we touch on here on the Wedding Planning Podcast! Unfortunately, many couples push the ceremony logistics to the very bottom of their wedding planning to-do list, and as a result, this critical piece of your wedding day misses getting the full attention & crea
Preparing For Wedding Day Stress Points + Wedding Q&A
"What's really bothering me lately is I'm in a stress cycle over anticipating what might go wrong during our wedding weekend and wanting to proactively jump in and plan for those things. What are some unexpected stress-points that we can be prepared for as much as possible?" Do yourselves a favor - plan to be caught off guard by something on your wedding day! Next step, mentally prepare to brush
Wedding Venue Math: How to Calculate Your Real Costs Before You Book
Cheap wedding venue… or financial trap? In this bonus episode, we're breaking down one of the biggest budgeting decisions you'll make during wedding planning: choosing between a lower-priced blank space venue and a higher-priced all-inclusive option. At first glance, the DIY venue looks like the obvious win. Lower rental fee. More flexibility. Total creative control. It feels like the ultimate
Dinner for Vendors, Shame from Family Members, What to Look for in a DJ, Desserts on a Budget? Let's Talk.
Enjoy a jam-packed show full of your wedding planning questions, including: What's an ideal wedding planning timeline? >>> check out my bonus series that shows you exactly how to use ChatGPT to build a completely personalized planning timeline. Subscribe to WPP Premium in Apple Podcasts for instant access. How can we include family members who want to "help" with the wedding? Helping a younger b
Online Bridesmaid Dress Shopping Made Easy: Styling Tips, Mismatched Magic & Trends with Lulus Weddings
Shopping for bridesmaid dresses online doesn't have to feel risky, overwhelming, or chaotic. In this episode, we're diving into how to confidently pull off a seamless online bridesmaid dress experience with featured brand Lulus Weddings. Whether you're coordinating a perfectly polished lineup or embracing the mismatched trend, we're breaking down exactly how to make it look intentional and elevat
Smart Tips for Natural, Effortless Engagement Photos
Your engagement photos should feel like you on your very best day - relaxed, connected, glowing, and maybe even a little giddy. These are the images you'll splash across your save-the-dates, wedding website, holiday cards, and possibly display on your wedding day. No pressure … right? But here's the reality: Choosing outfits that photograph beautifully (and still feel like you), dialing in hair a
Hiring Your Wedding Vendors: Research & Budgeting Tips, Questions to Ask, When to Book
Hiring your wedding vendors is one of the most important (and most overwhelming) parts of wedding planning. In today's episode, we're breaking down exactly how to research and book your dream vendor team without busting your budget. You'll learn: How to research wedding vendors efficiently Which vendors are must-haves vs. optional What to book first, and what can wait The key questions to
Family Drama & Wedding Planning: Let's Talk Boundaries
Wedding planning can stir up complicated family dynamics, emotional pressure, and strong opinions. In today's episode, we talk honestly about navigating family expectations during your engagement. From financial contributions and blended families to estranged relationships, religion, tradition, and setting boundaries with well-meaning relatives, this episode offers reassurance and practical tools
Crafting Your Wedding Guest List: Where to Start, Setting Boundaries & How to Edit
Today we're breaking down one of the most complicated and often emotionally charged - parts of wedding planning: crafting your wedding guest list. From where to start, to how to handle tricky family dynamics, this episode offers a clear, practical approach to navigating the process with confidence. Bonus: I'm answering many of your real guest list questions along the way! Tune in for a step-by-st
Smart Tips for Finding Your Perfect Wedding Venue
Choosing your wedding venue is the single most important decision you'll make during the planning process - and yes, that can feel like a lot of pressure. Your venue isn't just the backdrop for your wedding day. It also sets the vibe, drives your budget, impacts your guest experience, and influences nearly every other decision you'll make from here on out. That's why this is not a decision to ru
Setting a Realistic Wedding Budget: A Step-by-Step Guide for Engaged Couples
Setting a realistic wedding budget that actually works for you is one of the most important decisions you'll make after getting engaged, and it's one that sets the tone for every planning choice that follows. If you're newly engaged and feeling overwhelmed by numbers, opinions, or online "averages" that don't feel realistic … or if you're already planning and realizing your budget needs a reset -
Newly Engaged? Exactly What to Do First
Just engaged and not sure where to start? This episode breaks down the exact first steps every newly engaged couple should take - plus the mistakes to avoid - so you can plan with clarity, confidence, and zero panic. In today's episode, I'm walking you through the Ultimate Engagement Checklist: 10 must-do steps to take before you book venues, sign contracts, or lock yourself into decisions you'll
How to Navigate the 6 Biggest Wedding Planning Stress Points (Early Engagement Edition)
Wedding planning shouldn't feel overwhelming - but for most of us, it does. In this episode, we're building a clear, confident action plan to help you navigate the 6 biggest stress points couples face early in their engagement, without the spiraling, second-guessing, or family drama. We're covering: • "Where do we even start??" → Mini-Workshop: Defining Your Wedding Vision + Priorities • Budget ov
The Hidden Wedding Expenses That Will Bust Your Budget
The little dollar bill emoji with flapping wings is a great one-tap summary of planning a wedding. Budgeting for expected expenses is hard enough, let alone all of the little unexpected stuff that sneaks in along the way! Today we're going to shine a light on 16 annoying + unexpected expenses that couples don't plan for, so that you can adju
5 Real Wedding Scenarios: "Is this a crazy idea?"
These listener scenarios that may seem a bit crazy on the surface … but in reality offer a great chance to maximize the quality AND the value of your wedding celebration! As you're putting together plans for your wedding, there are endless creative opportunities for you to deploy a unique, offbeat solution to what may seem like a standard wedding checklist item. So many couples subconsciously equa
Follow Up Wedding Q&A | The Value in Thinking Outside the Box
Happy Friday, and welcome to another BONUS Q&A follow up show to this week's feature episode, "How To: DIY Appetizers & Charcuterie Board" show that aired on Wednesday Dec 24th. Today is a mix of behind-the-scenes insight from me, your reception-related questions, and also a couple of hindsight wedding experiences to share from listeners who were recently married. There's a ton of value packed i
How To: DIY Wedding Reception Appetizers & Charcuterie Board
The cost of food & drinks can be a huge source of frustration when planning your wedding. I can't tell you how many messages I get from couples who are utterly horrified by the per person fee for dinner & drinks - and rightfully so! Today we're going to explore setting up your own appetizer spread, and I think you'll be blown away by the savings ... yes, up to 85% off the cost of a traditional w
Follow Up: Wedding Etiquette Q&A {original show dated 12.17.25}
Is it OK to ... ? I got lots of mail in response to the Wedding Etiquette show that aired on 12.17.25, and in this Friday Follow Up Q&A I'm opening my mailbox and sharing your questions! We'll talk through ... Inviting kids to the wedding, Requesting a specific dress code, A tiny wedding chappel that can't accomodate everyone, The etiquette surrounding your wedding parties, When to actually send
A Closer Look at Some Wedding "Etiquette" Guidelines
Are you drowning in wedding "etiquette guidelines"? Everyone has an opinion on invitation wording, cash bars, inviting kids, wedding day transportation, and what traditions absolutely SHOULD be included in the wedding day. There's nothing like planning a wedding to suddenly have everyone you've ever known come out of the woodwork with their opinions, right? Where wedding planning gets overwhelmin
Tips for Building a Useful Wedding Gift Registry
Your wedding gift registry is the perfect opportunity to upgrade your home & your lifestyle with practical gifts that you need and will use in the years to come. Tune in for an essential guide to creating a killer wedding gift registry including: Deciding what items to include and ... Items NOT to include on your registry, Various lifestyle "categories" to consider as you build your registr
Affordable Wedding Centerpieces + DIY Flower Ideas
Looking for easy & affordable alternatives to hiring a professional florist ($$$$$) to decorate your wedding reception, table centerpieces, and bouquets? You're in the right place! In today's show, we're going to discuss a creative variety of affordable wedding table decoration ideas. We're also going to review some actionable tips for doing your own wedding day flower bouquets & boutonnieres
"We Ditched the Wedding Traditions" | Planning & Wedding Day Recap w/ Emma, Hilton Lake Las Vegas
Meet special guest Emma, who's here to share the highlights, unique elements, and planning challenges from their beautiful wedding celebration at Hilton Lake Las Vegas. In this special episode, you'll hear lots more from Emma on: The pros of having NO wedding party Celebrating over a 3-day weekend in their hometown The endless benefits of a very chill wedding day / intentionally left lots of open
A Designer Wedding Dress, for Less!
Access a curated collection of second-hand designer gowns & expert stylists at a fraction of the designer price tag - Loved Twice Bridal was created to take the guesswork out of shopping online for a second hand, designer wedding dress. You'll have access to an experienced team of stylists who are available to answer all of your questions, so that you can buy a once-worn designer dress with confid
Ten Discussion Points to Review with Your Wedding Coordinator
A top-notch Wedding Planner / Day-Of-Coordinator is essential for any smooth and seamless wedding celebration. Today on the Wedding Planning Podcast, we're reviewing 10 KEY POINTS to discuss with your planner so that you're both on the same page and ready to tackle any planning, logistic, or execution challenges that may arise. A sampling of these key discussion points: Who are your assistants o
6 Major Wedding Day Timeline Mistakes to Avoid
We all know that having a detailed WEDDING DAY TIMELINE is critical to keeping the day organized, and flowing stress-free. The problem is that lots of us get incredibly overwhelmed by the process because, well, it's really damn overwhelming! Today I'm going to highlight some of the top mistakes I see couples make as they're building out their wedding day timeline, so that you can sidestep these
Key Items in Your Wedding Venue Contract
Today's convo is a wedding planning strategy GEM! We're going to cover every single last little thing that should be included within your wedding venue contract. If you've already booked a venue and signed a contract, I'd suggest pulling out your actual document & sticking around for today's convo to be sure that all the key items are addressed. Your wedding venue is literally the centerpiece of
Affordable Food & Drink Options For Your Wedding Reception
Lucky for us, there are literally endless creative ways to treat your guests to a unique food & drink experience on your wedding day. In today's wedding planning workshop, we're going to explore exactly how to: Conceptualize & research what to serve, Smart money-saving tips that many couples miss, And even some "do it yourself" options if you're looking to get hands on - literally! Just a few o
Wedding Weekend Recap: Samantha & Sean, New York
Samantha & Sean got married at a state park in New York, but this was no ordinary celebration ... Their stunning wedding weekend featured no cell service, just 6 electrical outlets, and a hot air balloon send off for the new bride and groom! Samantha is joining us this week to share the good, the challenges, the things she would do differently, and the things she wouldn't change for the world. To
Dress Alterations, Styling & Accessories, Post-Wedding Preservation & More
Today on the Wedding Planning Podcast, we're doing a thorough review of wedding dress alterations, styling & accessories, & post-wedding preservation ideas, and so much more. Our conversation covers the dress alterations process in detail, including pricing, money-saving tips, a timeline for when to get started, and alternative options for having your dress altered. We also cover: What's a bustle
Your Bridal Shower: Hosting, Planning & Etiquette Guidelines
There are countless unique ways to celebrate your wedding / bridal shower (that don't involve sitting around and playing awkward games with your female friends & relatives!). In this week's episode of the Wedding Planning Podcast, we're giving the "traditional" wedding shower some much-needed updates. Listen in for creative + modern twists that you're sure to fall in love with. In many cases you
Advocating For Your Wedding Vision & Priorities
This week's featured wedding planning meeting is an overview of how to formulate a detailed wedding vision - and equally as important, learning how to articulate and advocate for that vision with those who are helping you plan. Here's an overview of the specific scenario we'll be discussing: "How can we reign in our wedding planner? Our venue includes a coordinator for the rehearsal and wedding
This Show Will Save You Over $3000: Wedding Budget Swaps and Saves
Our goal this week? To save YOU $3,650 on your final wedding bill. We could literally talk for hours about all the pretty things you see on Pinterest & Instagram that do not HAVE to be a part of your wedding celebration. In the interest of time, I've chosen EIGHT wedding elements that I would suggest skipping - or scaling waaaaaaaaay back on. I think you'll be shocked at how easy it is for us to
How We Did It: The Story Behind Our $17k Wedding Weekend
"When the initial excitement settled, we felt like planning an entire wedding seemed really expensive, overwhelming, and exhausting." Let me back up ... My now-husband John proposed in the summer of 2009, at the end of a 3-week trip we took through Europe. We were in Paris - our last stop - and we waited for hours to get to the lower platform of the Eiffel Tower, where he dropped to his knee with
Perfect Timing: Your Wedding Day + Reception Timeline
A universal truth? Your wedding day will FLY BY. Having a well-thought out, well-planned WEDDING DAY TIMELINE is critical to keeping the day organized, and flowing stress free. In this featured episode of the Wedding Planning Podcast, we're actually reviewing & creating two separate timelines: The DAY-OF TIMELINE, including all the events between waking up, and the wedding reception beginning,
Compromising with Your Partner & Families
Mastering the art of compromise is incredibly tricky. Today we're exploring the importance of being on the same page with respect to finances, how you spend your free time, and of course, the ability to COMPROMISE - whether it's about your honeymoon or your wedding guest list. Tune in for so much more! I'm looking for new stories from you about your engagement, wedding planning milestones, questi
Beyond Dinner & Dancing: Creative Wedding Reception Entertainment Ideas
If you're looking for some CREATIVE + AFFORDABLE wedding reception entertainment options that go way beyond dinner, drinks & dancing, then this wedding planning workshop is perfect for you! Today's wedding receptions feature creative entertainment ideas that are increasingly more personalized, more interactive, and more representative of your values, personal style and tastes. There are endless
When Things Go Wrong: Preparing for the Unexpected During Your Wedding Celebration
A LOT of our energy during the wedding planning process is centered around the fear that things will go wrong, and how we can avoid and prevent minor mistakes - and major disasters - on our wedding day. I've been deeply involved with weddings for over a decade, and candidly, it's a universal truth - no matter how much you plan and prep and delegate and assign, something will go wrong and / or no
Providing Meals For Vendors, In-Law Anxiety, Food Truck Logistics & More | WEDDING PLANNING Q&A
Your wedding planning questions, answered! Tune in for answers to all of your tricky wedding situations, including: We're having a hard time choosing a date that works best for all of our closest loved ones - how should we decide? What's the etiquette when inviting just a couple of people from a larger social group? Are we obligated to provide vendors a meal / include them in the final head count
Maximizing Your Time at a Wedding Fair / Bridal Expo
Would you volunteer to host a party for 40 people and then rush out to the store with no menu planned & no shopping list? No way! You'd sit down and plan out what everyone was going to bring, make a menu of app's & drinks, look up some recipes, and then make a detailed list of exactly what you need to buy. So why on earth would you head out to a WEDDING FAIR / BRIDAL EXPO with absolutely no plan,
Do You Really Need a Wedding Planner? What Couples Should Know:
"The more thought & intention you put into your wedding plans throughout your engagement, the richer your wedding celebration will be." Do we really need to hire a WEDDING PLANNER / Day of Coodinator? In Part One of today's featured show, we review a list of critical guidelines to keep in mind as you decide whether or not to hire a professional wedding planner. Do you HAVE to hire a professional
Straightforward Solutions To 5 Wedding Puzzles
Streamline + simplify has been a tagline for the WPP literally since I created the show way back in 2015. (Look closely, it's even on our old logo!) Not only are these two of my favorite words in the English language - that I try and live by in ALL aspects of my life - more specifically, they perfectly summarize my approach to wedding planning. Every situation you'll encounter throughout your
Newlywed Notes, Carlsbad CA Wedding Recap + Wedding Q&A
I went to a beautiful wedding in Carlsbad, CA last weekend - tune in for the highlights, including a really unique venue, rocking dance floor, and the most beautiful gift to all the guests. But first, we're starting this week's show with some newlywed notes from my brother and sister-in-law, Mike & Laura. They share what worked, what stressed them out, and their true feelings on the wedding being
Asking for Cash Gifts, How Much Alcohol Should We Buy, Booking a Babysitter? Wedding Planning Q&A
Get ready for a jam-packed Wedding Q&A show, full of your planning questions & concerns! Here's a sampling of what's on the menu this week: How much alcohol to buy? >>> click here for one of my favorite hosting tools ever (and tune in to my full answer for lots more helpful tips on the topic!) What can we expect for the price of flowers? Who pays for the bridal shower, & should I offer to h
Follow Up Wedding Q&A | 4-6 Week Wedding Countdown
Happy Friday, and welcome to a BONUS Q&A follow up show to this week's feature episode, "4-6 Week Wedding Countdown" show that aired on Wednesday, July 16th. Today we're finding answers to everything on your mind, including: Dis-inviting moms to final venue walk through? Last-minute doubts about decor and signage, do we need more? Do we have to tell our guests that we're already technically marri
4-6 Week Wedding Countdown: Your Final Month To-Do List
Today we're going to run through a 10-item wedding to-do list for when you reach the final 4-6 week countdown before your wedding day. While some of the items in today's show are pretty standard, others are much less obvious - and sadly are not commonly discussed. Overlooking just one of these important action-items can tip the scales towards a stressful, frantic celebration - and I don't want t
Vendor Pricing Transparency Frustrations, How Much to Tip & More Wedding Q&A
"Why can't you just tell me the price???" Have you been victim of a vendor who insists on a lengthy meeting before they will provide you a price range for their services? This can be incredibly annoying when you are simply trying to determine if something is within your budget, or not. I have some advice for navigating this frustrating situation, including a copy / paste script for your inquiry e
Crafting Your Wedding Vows, Featuring "The Vow Whisperer" | Tanya Pushkine
Today on the Wedding Planning Podcast, we're joined by a very special guest, Tanya Pushkine from The Vow Whisperer. Tanya offers professional vow writing support, officiant services, and even wedding ceremony production support, including public speaking coaching. Tanya will guide you through exactly how to put your heart into words, resulting in crafted wedding vows that are truly meaningful t
6 Common Wedding Weekend Planning Mistakes
Tune in for the most common wedding weekend planning mistakes I see couples make as they formulate the details of a multi-day, multi-event wedding celebration. In this episode, we highlight 6 common planning mistakes, including: Feeling intimidated by the COST of hosting multiple events, Trying to accommodate ALL of your guests perfectly (spoiler alert - it's not possible, so don't even try!) Fai
Your Wedding Weekend Questions, Answered!
Over the course of 11 YEARS in the wedding industry, I've seen literally thousands of weddings unfold ... and all of them together have given me the priceless gift of HINDSIGHT. In wedding planning, hindsight is literally a super power - so I've packaged mine up to share with you in today's brand new show featuring your Wedding Weekend planning questions! We're going to unpack, decode, and get t
The #1 Biggest Newlywed Regret?
I'm willing to bet that you've heard from all your newlywed friends & family that their wedding day "came and went in the blink of an eye." The beautiful news is that your wedding celebration doesn't have to RUSH BY IN A TOTAL BLUR. Today on the Wedding Planning Podcast, I'm bringing on a very special guest to share the details of exactly how she designed a wedding celebration that left her sayin
Should We Do a "First Look"? Delegating Tasks, Weekday Wedding Cost & More | Wedding Q&A
Today on the Wedding Planning Podcast, we're exploring your top wedding questions, including: Ideal number of wedding party members / pro's & con's of larger vs. smaller group? What are your thoughts on doing a first look vs. waiting for the more traditional moment when I walk down the aisle? Inviting kids to the wedding - does it have to be "all or nothing?" Babysitting options? OK to as
Our Top Wedding Spending REGRETS
They say hindsight is 20/20, and today on the Wedding Planning Podcast I'm sharing the top money spending regrets that married couples have. It's really easy to get swept up in dozens of "must-have's" during your engagement - but after today's episode, you'll think twice about these wedding expenses. Questions or topics you'd like to hear more on? Please be in touch! weddingplanningpodcast.co/co
Your Questions, Answered! Wedding Planning Q&A
My inbox is full of your wedding planning questions, including: Are wedding fairs worth the time? How to pick a DJ? No idea where to start! My dress is very heavy, with a dramatic long train. Should I consider a separate reception dress for dancing? >>> My fave site for reception party dresses >>> Lulus.com What are your thoughts on a NYE wedding? We love the symbolism of beginning our
Maximizing Your Wedding Website
Creating a simple, info-packed WEDDING WEBSITE is the easiest, most hassle free way to easily share information with your wedding guests. Join me today for a detailed wedding planning workshop on exactly how to create an amazing wedding website - zero technical skills required! To get started, choose your wedding website design from an incredible community of independent artists & designers when
Ultimate Guide to Wedding Cake & Desserts
Get answers to all of your wedding cake + dessert questions in today's show! From everything to researching bakeries, booking cake tastings, hidden fees to be aware of, unique dessert alternatives, and budget-friendly cost saving tips, we're covering it all in today's sugar-coated show. Links mentioned in our convo: The complete blog post for today's show is linked here >>> weddingplanningpodcas
How To: DIY Wedding Reception Appetizers & Charcuterie Board
The cost of food & drinks can be a huge source of frustration when planning your wedding. I can't tell you how many messages I get from couples who are utterly horrified by the per person fee for dinner & drinks - and rightfully so! Today we're going to explore setting up your own appetizer spread, and I think you'll be blown away by the savings ... yes, up to 85% off the cost of a traditional w
Communication Issues, Wedding Reception Floor Plan & More Wedding Q&A
This week on the Wedding Planning Podcast, tune in for my thoughts on some high-stakes wedding planning situations, including: Addressing communication issues with your fiance and fostering a spirit of compromise, Pro's & con's of a blank space venue with more versus less "do it yourself" requirements, Competing visions for stocking our bar, Ideal timing for our ceremony, We're having trouble con
Rehearsal Dinner Rip-Off, Insane Price of Flowers, Guest Seating Guidelines & More | WEDDING PLANNING Q&A
Get ready for a jam-packed Wedding Q&A show, full of your planning questions & concerns! Here's a sampling of what's on the menu this week: How much alcohol to buy? >>> click here for one of my favorite hosting tools ever (and tune in to my full answer for lots more helpful tips on the topic!) What can we expect for the price of flowers? Who pays for the bridal shower, & should I offer to help?
Welcome to the Wedding Planning Podcast!
Join thousands of INTENTIONAL + JOYFUL engaged couples who know that the wedding celebration of their dreams is possible ... even if right now, planning an entire wedding feels a *little bit* overwhelming! Be sure to hit FOLLOW wherever you listen, and each Wednesday you'll enjoy a FREE, down-to-earth + straight-to-the-point wedding planning "meeting" where we explore everything from: Hidden TI
98% of Married Couples Recommend Doing THIS.
On the fence about hiring a WEDDING VIDEOGRAPHER? You're certainly not alone. In my experience, videography is probably the number one item that engaged couples are undecided about. It's no doubt a big investment, and a huge topic to unpack - so today I have an expert special guest to help us do just that. Today we're joined by Ken Foster, who is a lead shooter for Shutter and Sound. Shutter
Important Considerations When Planning a BACKYARD WEDDING
There's a really common misunderstanding in "wedding planning world" that doing things yourself is always a good way to save money. I get it - in some situations, you might have more time than money, and a cheap & easy DIY project makes perfect sense. I bet if you think back, you can remember a time when "doing it yourself" was NOT the answer. We have to be careful in drawing the line between a
Ask Me Anything >>> WEDDING BUDGET | Week 1 Bonus Q&A
Today's BONUS WEDDING Q&A show is designed to show you exactly how to have all the wedding things that are most important to you, regardless of how much money you actually have in the bank. Sounds pretty amazing, right??? Let's face it, you're overwhelmed & struggling with your wedding budget if any one, two, or maybe even three of these sound familiar: If you get a pit in your stomach even thin
ASK ME ANYTHING | Eloping, Having Children, Shopping Seasonal Sales, Wedding Location & More
This week's episode of the Wedding Planning Podcast is a collection of wedding questions & situations submitted by members of my digital wedding planning package, The VAULT. Membership includes the priceless benefit of submitting your wedding questions for feature on these monthly "Ask Me Anything" shows, and this week we're discussing in detail: The particulars of ELOPING Shopping seasonal sa
ASK ME ANYTHING | Seating Chart, Drink Tickets, Honeymoon Planning, Unplugged Ceremony & More
This week's episode of the Wedding Planning Podcast is a collection of wedding questions & situations submitted by members of my digital wedding planning package, The VAULT. Membership includes the priceless benefit of submitting your wedding questions for feature on these monthly Q&A shows, and this week we're discussing in detail: Should we bother creating a seating chart? How much alcohol s
ASK ME ANYTHING | DIY Invitations, Online Bridesmaid Dresses, Disagreeable Vendors & A Covid Update
This week's episode of the Wedding Planning Podcast is a collection of wedding questions & situations submitted by members of my digital wedding planning package, The VAULT. Membership includes the priceless benefit of submitting your wedding questions for feature on these monthly Q&A shows, and this week we're discussing in detail: DIY Invitations - is this really a good way to save money? (I
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